Heads Up With Em

This podcast will serve as a platform for Emily to share her personal brain cancer journey—from diagnosis to survival. The series will highlight themes of resilience, survival, and gaining a new perspective on life, while offering a resource for those currently battling brain cancer.

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Heads Up With Em

My Story. Part 1

August 25, 2025 • Emily Kirk • Season 1 • Episode 1

In this first episode of Heads Up with Em, I introduce my story as a young mum diagnosed with brain cancer at 30. Joined by my best friend Gabrielle, I reflect on the shock of diagnosis, the challenges of pregnancy and early motherhood, and the power of support from family, friends, and community. Together, we discuss both the hard and the hopeful, to remind others that life after diagnosis is still filled with joy, love, and possibility.

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